BACKGROUND:
Established by the World Economic Forum in collaboration with the ASEAN Secretariat in 2015, Grow Asia is a non-profit platform that builds regional and country partnerships to broker market-driven solutions for sustainable food systems in Southeast Asia. We do this by convening global and regional stakeholders from public, private, and civil society organizations around macro-level issues such as responsible investing, agri-food innovation, women’s economic empowerment, food safety and climate change, and by facilitating the development of more inclusive and sustainable value chains by brokering partnerships, developing and sharing best practice, and creating an ecosystem that supports pre-competitive collaboration.
The Grow Asia network comprises our regional office in Singapore and five national chapters in Cambodia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, and Viet Nam.
In 2020, Grow Asia was accredited as an Entity Associated with ASEAN. This accreditation recognizes the important role Grow Asia plays in the region, particularly in facilitating multi-stakeholder partnerships for more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable food systems in our region.
The Cambodia Partnership for Sustainable Agriculture program (CPSA), Grow Asia’s country chapter in Cambodia, was established in May 2016 in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF), under the direction of the Ministry of Commerce (MoC). CPSA is an inclusive platform for networking and best practice exchange, the promotion of sectoral and market system transformation, and the development of agricultural value chains that are better equipped to support profitable, scalable small-scale farming enterprises. Since its inception, CPSA has grown to a network of 124 partners working across four Working Groups to address critical sectoral challenges in Cambodia.
THE ROLE:
Grow Asia-CPSA is seeking a Programs Manager to design and deliver CPSA’s programs, foster new and existing partnerships, and coordinate resources for effective program implementation and growth. Reporting to the CPSA Country Director in Phnom Penh, The successful candidate will help to ensure that projects are aligned with donor requirements, government policies, and CPSA’s strategic plans. He/she will also lead the provision of technical and administrative support in program design and implementation, and will support and build the capacity of project staff.
This role is an opportunity for learning and networking with national and international agribusinesses, development partners, and counterpart ministries, as well as to learn from the other Grow Asia Country Chapters across ASEAN.
Salary: Competitive
Start date: Immediate
WHAT’S ON OFFER:
In addition to a competitive salary, this role provides a unique opportunity to (1) develop your capabilities and broaden your skill set in an organization that supports continuous growth, (2) work with a highly motivated, collaborative, efficient and compassionate team, (3) be part of a dynamic, well-respected and credible entity in Southeast Asia, and (4) contribute to social, economic and environmental progress in Southeast Asia and beyond.
Qualified applicants are invited to send your resume and cover letter to email provided in the contact details. We ask that you kindly include your name and the position you are applying for in the subject line (e.g., “Application: Programs Manager, CPSA – Your Name”).
Due to the volume of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
As a multi-stakeholder platform, we believe all voices matter, and we actively seek to bring them to the table. Aligned with this ethos, CPSA - Grow Asia is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity.
